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Moisture Analyzers – Reliable Trace Moisture Measurement for Process and Gas Applications
In many industrial gas processes, even extremely small amounts of water can cause corrosion, damage equipment, or affect product quality. Reliable trace moisture measurement is therefore essential for safe and stable operations.
AMETEK moisture analyzers provide continuous online measurement of water vapor in gases, covering applications from natural gas processing and refinery operations to high-purity gas production and semiconductor manufacturing.
With measurement technologies designed for demanding industrial environments, these analyzers help you maintain process reliability, gas quality, and regulatory compliance.
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Advanced Moisture Measurement Technologies for Industrial Gas Monitoring
AMETEK offers several moisture analyzers designed for different measurement ranges and process environments.
The portfolio includes high-sensitivity analyzers for ultra-dry gases as well as robust process analyzers for refinery and natural gas applications.
Key product families include:
- 3050 Moisture Analyzer Series – trace moisture measurement for industrial gas and process applications
- 5000 Process Moisture Analyzer – reliable ppm-level moisture measurement in refinery and petrochemical processes
- 5830 Moisture Analyzer – ultra-high-sensitivity moisture measurement for high-purity and specialty gases
Each analyzer is designed for continuous online operation, enabling accurate monitoring of moisture levels directly in the process.
3050 Moisture Analyzer Series – Flexible Moisture Monitoring for Industrial Processes
The AMETEK 3050 series is a versatile family of trace moisture analyzers used across natural gas, petrochemical, and chemical processes.
The system continuously monitors water vapor concentration in process gases, allowing operators to detect contamination, prevent corrosion, and maintain gas quality specifications.
Typical applications include:
- Natural gas processing and transmission
- Petrochemical production
- Chemical process monitoring
- Industrial gas production
The 3050 series can also be connected to AMEVision, a centralized monitoring interface that allows operators to supervise multiple analyzers simultaneously.
5000 Process Moisture Analyzer – Robust Measurement for Refinery and Petrochemical Applications
The AMETEK 5000 Moisture Analyzer is designed for demanding process environments where stable and reliable ppm-level moisture measurement is required.
The analyzer uses a quartz crystal microbalance measurement principle, where a hygroscopically coated quartz crystal detects moisture by measuring changes in its vibration frequency.
A differential measurement approach compares wet sample gas with dried reference gas, ensuring stable performance even in challenging process streams.
Key Features
- Continuous online moisture measurement
- Measurement range up to 1000 ppmv
- Sensitivity down to 0.1 ppmv
- Differential measurement for improved reliability
- Explosion-proof field unit for hazardous environments
- Remote controller installation up to 600 m from the analyzer
Typical Applications
- Catalytic reforming processes
- Moisture monitoring in olefin production
- Natural gas processing
- Refinery and petrochemical plants
5830 Moisture Analyzer – High-Sensitivity Measurement for Ultra-Dry Gases
The AMETEK 5830 Moisture Analyzer is designed for critical applications where extremely low moisture concentrations must be measured reliably.
The analyzer uses a non-equilibrium measurement technique, where the sensor is exposed alternately to wet and dry gas to determine moisture concentration without waiting for equilibrium.
This approach enables fast response and highly accurate measurements at very low moisture levels.
Key Features
- Detection limit down to 20 ppbv
- Accuracy of ±20 ppbv or ±10% of reading
- Multi-gas compatibility including inert and specialty gases
- Online verification system for sensor performance
- Menu-driven configuration for different gas types
- Fast response to process changes
Typical Applications
- Semiconductor manufacturing
- High-purity gas production
- Industrial gas quality monitoring
- Specialty gas handling systems
Centralized Monitoring with AMEVision
For installations with multiple analyzers, AMEVision provides a centralized display and communication interface.
The system can monitor up to eight 3050 series analyzers simultaneously, giving operators access to real-time measurements, trend data, and diagnostic information.
Key capabilities include:
- Real-time analyzer monitoring
- Trend and data logging
- Calibration and alarm history
- Modbus and Ethernet communication
- Remote configuration and diagnostics
This simplifies monitoring of multiple analyzers across larger facilities.
Benefits for You
By implementing AMETEK moisture analyzers in your process, you gain:
- Reliable control of moisture levels in gas streams
- Improved protection of pipelines and equipment
- Stable product quality in gas and chemical processes
- Reduced risk of corrosion and process upset
- Continuous monitoring for improved operational safety
Combined with Norsk Analyse’s application expertise, these analyzers provide dependable measurement solutions for demanding industrial processes.
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